Chicken Salad Empanadas

Dairy Free
Health score
2%
Chicken Salad Empanadas
40 min.
8
235kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Chicken Salad Empanadas, a finger-licking appetizer that is dairy-free and perfect for any occasion! These golden, flaky bites are not only easy to prepare but also a crowd favorite that will have your guests coming back for seconds. With a preparation time of just 40 minutes, you can whip up a batch of these scrumptious empanadas whether you're hosting a party, enjoying a quiet weeknight, or simply looking for a tasty snack.

Picture this: tender shredded chicken mixed with creamy dairy-free mayonnaise, crunchy toasted pecans, crisp celery, and a zesty kick from fresh lemon juice. All of these vibrant flavors come together to create a delicious filling that is tucked inside generous circles of biscuit dough, resulting in a satisfying and hearty bite. The combination of flavors and textures in each empanada makes it the perfect starter or snack—ideal for entertaining or just as a midday treat!

Not only are these Chicken Salad Empanadas simple to make and packed with flavor, but they are also versatile enough to fit into any meal. Serve them as an impressive antipasti dish or a unique appetizer, and watch your friends and family rave about them. So roll up your sleeves, preheat that oven, and get ready to impress with this delightful and satisfying treat!

Ingredients

  • jumbo biscuits refrigerated
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • 0.3 cup celery chopped
  • tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise 
  • 0.3 cup pecans toasted chopped
  • cups meat from a rotisserie chicken shredded cooked
  • 0.8 teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • baking paper
  • oven

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 35
  2. Stir together chicken, mayonnaise, pecans, celery, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  3. Roll biscuits into 6-inch circles.
  4. Place about 1/4 cup chicken mixture in center of each circle; fold dough over chicken mixture. Press edges with a fork or crimp to seal.
  5. Cut slits in tops of pies to allow steam to escape, if desired.
  6. Place pies on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet.
  7. Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until golden.

Nutrition Facts

Calories235kcal
Protein16.78%
Fat70.56%
Carbs12.66%

Properties

Glycemic Index
23.5
Glycemic Load
4.08
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
5.9747825679572%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.44mg
Delphinidin
0.3mg
Catechin
0.3mg
Epigallocatechin
0.23mg
Epicatechin
0.03mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.09mg
Eriodictyol
0.18mg
Hesperetin
0.54mg
Naringenin
0.05mg
Apigenin
0.09mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:234.98kcal
11.75%
Fat:18.4g
28.31%
Saturated Fat:3.34g
20.88%
Carbohydrates:7.43g
2.48%
Net Carbohydrates:6.82g
2.48%
Sugar:2.54g
2.82%
Cholesterol:32.13mg
10.71%
Sodium:371.04mg
16.13%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:9.84g
19.69%
Vitamin K:25.09µg
23.9%
Vitamin B3:3.15mg
15.74%
Selenium:9.73µg
13.9%
Manganese:0.25mg
12.38%
Phosphorus:89.32mg
8.93%
Vitamin B6:0.16mg
8.23%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
5.82%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.49%
Zinc:0.8mg
5.31%
Vitamin E:0.78mg
5.17%
Iron:0.87mg
4.85%
Vitamin B5:0.44mg
4.44%
Copper:0.08mg
4.19%
Magnesium:14.57mg
3.64%
Potassium:121.61mg
3.47%
Folate:13.35µg
3.34%
Fiber:0.6g
2.41%
Vitamin B12:0.12µg
1.97%
Vitamin C:1.59mg
1.93%
Calcium:11.41mg
1.14%
Source:My Recipes